GAF warranty for solar
The short version
GAF doesn't cover everything, but keeps solar roofing system covered for life. That full coverage is shorter than most of the 14 brands we compared, which typically cover 1 year in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From GAF's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
- Partial coverageSolar roofing systemLifetime
- Partial coverageEnergy output and inverterNone
Good to know before you buy
- Solar coverage is an add-on to a GAF roof system warranty, so keep both certificates.
- Check whether your system has Solar Plus (10 years) or Solar Max (25 years) energy coverage.
How other brands compare for solar
- 1. SunPower90/100 · Full: 10 years
- 2. Sunrun65/100 · Full: 25 years
- 3. Tesla Energy65/100 · Full: 25 years
- 4. Enphase60/100 · Full: 25 years
- 6. Qcells35/100 · Full: None
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for solar.
- Lowe'sMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for solar where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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